Halloween is an exciting time filled with costumes, treats, and fun, but for our furry friends, it can present some hidden dangers. To ensure your pets stay safe and comfortable during this spooky season, follow these helpful tips! How to Keep Your Pets Safe on Halloween 1. Choose Pet-Friendly Costumes While it’s tempting to dress […]
Angel’s journey from a nervous street dog in Bahrain to a happy and confident pet in Canada is a true fairytale. Discover her story and the love that helped her transform.
Meet Mac and Tigger, our August Featured Pets! Mac is a resilient Saluki/Shepherd mix, and Tigger is a laid-back domestic shorthair cat. Learn more about these lovable pets and how to adopt them.
Emma, a determined shelter cat, is on a journey to find her forever home. After 18 months in our care, she’s ready to share her love—especially with a male feline companion.
Our Summer 50/50 Raffle Has Come to an End We’re excited to announce our Summer 50/50 Raffle, running from July 17, 2024, to August 27, 2024! This is a fantastic opportunity to win big while making a difference in the lives of our beloved shelter pets at Etobicoke Humane Society. By purchasing a ticket, you’re […]
Meet Gravy, 2 years old While we can never get enough of him, we can’t figure out why Gravy is still with us at EHS. When he arrived from another full shelter, Gravy immediately showed us how unique he is (no, it's not just his name). From his looks to his friendly curiosity, Gravy has […]
In late fall 2023, an undersized young cat named Moira came into our care from a municipal shelter. She was at risk of being euthanized because of chronic diarrhea and vomiting. She was a year old, but weighed the same as a five or six month old kitten. We knew she needed vet care, and […]
EHS volunteers take time out of their busy schedules to help animals who greatly need it, and we want to take a moment to recognize and appreciate what they do every day to make the world a better place. One of our volunteers, Ken Luckhardt, recently received a prestigious recognition for doing just that in […]
Now that the cold weather is officially over and tick season is here, it’s time to take preventative measures for your pet—if you haven’t already. Everyone is taking advantage of the weather through hiking, camping, or letting their dogs roam outdoors, and that alone can expose them to some natural risks. Many ticks carry diseases […]
At EHS, our volunteers are a tight-knit and dedicated community. So it is with sadness that we announce the passing of long-time volunteer Doug Evans, who acted as our Facilities Manager, but wore many other hats as well. Doug was perhaps the original Facilities Manager for EHS and only handed off this role last year, […]
